Genesys Cloud - How to - Outbound - Contact Lists Filters

## Outbound Contact List Filters (Genesys Cloud)

### Summary
**Outbound Contact List Filters** in Genesys Cloud allow administrators to **define rules that determine which contacts from a contact list are eligible to be dialed during an outbound campaign**. These filters evaluate **contact list fields and conditions** to include or exclude specific records from dialing attempts.

By applying filters, organizations can **target specific customer segments, enforce compliance rules, and improve campaign efficiency**. Filters are commonly used in outbound dialing campaigns to control when and how contacts are called.

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## Utilization

| Use Case | Description |
|---|---|
| Targeted campaign dialing | Only dial customers matching specific criteria |
| Compliance filtering | Exclude contacts who opted out or should not be called |
| Time-based campaigns | Filter contacts based on region or time zone |
| Priority outreach | Focus dialing on high-value or high-priority customers |
| Campaign segmentation | Separate contacts by demographics or account status |

Outbound contact list filters help ensure that **only the appropriate contacts are dialed during campaigns**.

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## Best Practices

| Practice | Reason |
|---|---|
| Use clear and logical filter conditions | Ensures accurate contact selection |
| Test filters before launching campaigns | Prevents dialing errors or incorrect targeting |
| Include compliance rules in filters | Helps meet regulatory requirements |
| Keep filters simple and well documented | Makes troubleshooting easier |
| Regularly review filter logic | Ensures campaigns remain aligned with business goals |
| Use descriptive filter names | Helps administrators quickly identify filter purpose |

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## Example Scenarios

### Scenario 1 – Targeting Active Customers

```text
Administrator creates outbound campaign
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Contact list contains multiple customer types
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Filter created to include only active customers
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Campaign dials only filtered contacts

Scenario 2 – Excluding Do-Not-Call Contacts

Campaign uses contact list
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Filter checks Do-Not-Call field
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Contacts flagged as DNC excluded
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Campaign dials only compliant records

Scenario 3 – Region-Based Campaign

Marketing campaign targets specific region
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Filter applied based on location field
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Contacts in selected region included
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Campaign runs with targeted audience

Key Benefits